2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | Boxster | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
